What is place-based education?

Place-based education immerses students in local landscape, culture and community as a foundation for the study of standard skills in language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, and all subject areas.

Why use place-based education?

Become increasingly engaged and enthusiastic about learning connected to their own place and experience

Feel empowered to make positive contributions to their community and outdoor environment

Place-based learning

Builds students' sense of place, pride and identity

Creates vibrant partnerships between schools & communities

Boosts student achievement

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